News
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How can I contact my legislator and get results?
Published on November 30, 2012
Be prepared to effectively convey your ideas and issues before contacting your legislator. -
Proper preparation and a positive approach can help you lead a “good meeting”
Published on November 30, 2012
Effective meetings follow a basic structure which includes having a clear purpose, shared discussion and support for decisions from all participants. -
Planning for the future of your organization
Published on November 30, 2012
Reviewing your mission statement will help identify and focus important tasks for your organization to tackle. -
MSU Extension partners to train newly elected local officials
Published on November 29, 2012
MSU Extension, MAC, MTA and MML partner to offer training opportunities to newly-elected local officials across the state. -
The structure of Michigan county government – Part 1
Published on November 29, 2012
County Government in Michigan acts differently than other organizations because it is built differently. -
Right to Farm Act protects certain farm activities from some local government regulations
Published on November 27, 2012
The Right to Farm Act impacts local government regulation of certain farm activities, but it does not extend to all agricultural activity and does not supersede all local regulations. -
Techniques for citizen participation in the comprehensive planning process
Published on November 15, 2012
University of Wisconsin Extension guide provides helpful research-based information. -
Protecting your community officials with liability insurance
Published on November 15, 2012
Carrying liability insurance helps protect officials in the event of a lawsuit, but it is important to work with your municipal attorney to review the policy’s scope of coverage to ensure that your community’s coverage needs are met. -
What is the Chippewa Ottawa Resource Authority Act (CORA)?
Published on November 9, 2012
Learn more about the services CORA provides. -
Community planning’s dirty word: Sprawl
Published on October 24, 2012
Managing growth can prevent sprawl and encourage the development of prosperous Michigan cities and countrysides.